Scoring a single One Day International (ODI) century is a career highlight; scoring multiple tons against a powerhouse like Australia, known for its fiery pace and relentless competitive spirit, is a testament to true batting genius. For decades, the Australian cricket team has fielded world-class bowling attacks, making hundreds against them particularly difficult to come by. However, a select group of batsmen has consistently managed to tame the Aussies, with India’s current veteran sensation, Rohit Sharma, recently joining an all-time legend at the pinnacle of this elite list.
Rohit Sharma’s iconic century guides India to consolation win
Rohit’s masterclass in Sydney was an unforgettable moment in the 3rd ODI against Australia on October 25, 2025, where he anchored India’s chase with a magnificent, unbeaten knock of 121 runs off 125 balls. This stellar innings, his 33rd ODI century and 50th international ton, was crucial in steering India to a commanding nine-wicket victory while chasing a target of 237 at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Partnering with Virat Kohli (74*), the veteran opener put on a vintage 168-run partnership, silencing critics, securing a consolation win for India (who lost the series 2-1), and earning him the well-deserved Player of the Match and Player of the Series awards.
5 players with most centuries against Australia in ODIs
1) Rohit Sharma (9 Centuries)
The ‘Hitman’ Rohit has cemented his reputation as one of the finest ODI openers in history, with his performances against Australia often being the most destructive. Rohit’s nine centuries have come at a rapid pace and include his iconic double-century (209) in Bengaluru in 2013. His most recent ton—a magnificent unbeaten 121 at the Sydney Cricket Ground on October 25, 2025—was the one that saw him equal the long-standing record held by the legend, Sachin Tendulkar, demonstrating his mastery over the format and the opposition.
2) Sachin Tendulkar (9 Centuries)
For years, the gold standard remained Tendulkar. The Master Blaster scored nine ODI centuries against Australia across his illustrious two-decade career. Tendulkar reserved some of his most famous and aggressive innings for the Australian side, including his epic ‘Desert Storm’ ton in Sharjah. His tally of nine centuries, often achieved against intimidating bowling attacks featuring names like Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath, highlights his unparalleled legacy and sheer consistency.
3) Virat Kohli (8 Centuries)
Kohli, often lauded as the ‘Chase Master’ sits closely behind the joint leaders with eight ODI hundreds against Australia. Kohli’s remarkable centuries against the Aussies frequently came under pressure during challenging chases, underlining his reputation as one of the most reliable middle-order batters of his generation. His consistent domination of this rivalry has been a key factor in India’s success against Australia in the last decade.
4) Desmond Haynes (6 Centuries)
Representing the golden age of West Indies cricket, Haynes holds a unique spot on this list. With six centuries, Haynes proved instrumental in the West Indies’ dominance during the 1980s and early 90s. Haynes’ aggressive yet technically solid batting stood up to the best pace bowling attacks, and his six hundreds are a powerful throwback to a bygone era of ODI cricket.
5) Faf du Plessis (5 Centuries)
South African stalwart Du Plessis rounds out the top five with 5 ODI centuries against the mighty Australians. Du Plessis was known for his tenacity and ability to anchor an innings, often performing under high pressure in tournaments. His five centuries against the Aussies confirm his status as a big-match player who excelled against one of South Africa’s primary rivals.
